Blackish plugs or bumps on the skin are known as blackheads. They are basically pores which get blocked and as a result of which they get filled with dead cells and oil deposits. There are certain factors which may cause blackheads such as oily skin, lack of hygiene, stress, puberty, menstruation, certain drugs, immune system disorder and allergy. Common symptom of blackhead may include dark and small bumps.

Blackheads Home Remedies

There are several home remedies for blackheads which are simple to follow and easy to use. Some of the popular home remedies for blackheads which have been used since a very long time and have proved to be quite effective in many cases are:

1. One of the simplest home remedies for blackheads is to apply peeled cucumber on the affected region. This natural home remedy will clear the blackheads and acne.

2. Another effective home remedy is to take three to four cups water and boil them. Add two teaspoons of soda bicarbonate in this boiling water. Now take a towel and steam it with this solution. Place this towel on your face. Once it gets cold, steam it again and reapply. This is one of the most effective home remedies for blackheads.

3. You can also try using a mixture of turmeric and red sandalwood to treat blackheads. All you need to do is take five grams of turmeric and five grams of red sandalwood. Mix them well with some milk to form a paste. Now apply this paste on your blackheads affected region and allow it to dry. Later rinse it with water.

4. Honey is also very effective in treating blackheads. Take some honey and apply it on your face as a facemask. Wait for 20 minutes and then wash with warm water.

5. Potatoes are also very helpful in treating blackheads. All you need to do is cut them into slices or grate them and then apply on the affected region of your face. Wait until it completely dries off and then wash your face with water.

6. Take some fenugreek leaves and crush them to make a paste. Apply this paste on your face and wait for ten to fifteen minutes. Later wash your face with warm water. Remember to use this home remedy every night in order to treat blackheads effectively.

7. Egg white can also be very beneficial for treating blackheads. All you need to do is take an egg and separate egg white from it. Now with the use of a cotton ball apply this egg white on your face. Wait for 40 minutes until it dries off completely. Now scrub this dried egg white off your face.

8. Take some rose water and then mix almond powder in it. Make them into a paste and then apply it on the blackheads affected region of your face. Wait for it to dry and then wash your face with warm water.

The above mentioned home remedies for blackheads were some of the most popular and effective home remedies, which are quite safe to use and do not pose any risk of side effects.